Lin Chen took An Rou to Taikoo Li in Sanlitun. The area was quite lively at night. They randomly picked a milk tea shop, bought two cups of milk tea, and strolled around while drinking them.
"Lin Chen, this milk tea is really not good. It's not as good as Heytea."
"I think so too. It's 25 yuan a cup, what a rip-off."
"Lin Chen, when are you going to open a bubble tea shop in Beijing?"
"Let Fatty fill up Shanghai first, then expand outwards. By the way, I wonder if Fatty has opened all eight university towns yet?"
"We've opened seven so far, and we're only missing one—a university town—which we're currently selecting a location for."
"Huh? How did you know? Even I, the boss, didn't know."
"Because the marketing department is under my supervision. Besides, even though the finance department is supposed to be under your supervision, you don't really manage anything. You push everything onto me, hmph."
"Ahem, well, I've just been too busy. As the vice president, you should know how to proactively share the burden with the boss."
After taking a few sips of the milk tea, Lin Chen realized it didn't taste good and threw it away.
As the two strolled along, they arrived at the bar street. Seeing An Rou's eager eyes, Lin Chen was speechless and patted her head: "Don't even think about it. With your alcohol tolerance, I don't want to carry you back later."
"Don't underestimate me. Let me tell you, my alcohol tolerance has improved a lot. During the Chinese New Year, my dad often invites me to have a drink together."
"Oh, so Lao Lin has been leading you astray behind my back. I'm going to tell Mom."
"Then you're going to be disappointed. Mom's here too, hahaha, but you're the only one who stays in your room all day long."
"So, the three of you are the happy family, and I'm the unwanted one? Is this really the status my son has?"
The two randomly picked a quiet bar and went inside to sit down.
"Hello sir, what would you like to drink?" The waiter handed over the menu.
"Give me an Americano, and a Coke for this lady."
"Lin Chen, I don't want to drink Coke. How about I get a Long Island Iced Tea? It won't make me drunk, right?"
The waiter gave Lin Chen a meaningful look. Having worked in the bar for a long time, he had naturally seen many people. Although the name Long Island Iced Tea sounds like tea, it is actually made up of a combination of various spirits and is extremely easy to get drunk. Many guys who bring girls to the bar like to use this drink to trick the young girls.
Unexpectedly, Lin Chen quickly stopped him: "No, no, waiter, don't write 'Long Island Iced Tea' on the menu. Give her a Mojito and some snacks."
"Okay, sir." The waiter wrote down the menu with a slight surprise. He had only ever seen guys trick girls into drinking Long Island Iced Tea before, but this was the first time he had seen a girl order it on her own initiative, and the guy even tried to stop her. The thing is, the girl was really pretty. Are there really pure love warriors in bars these days?
Anrou was still there, acting like a curious child.
"Lin Chen, why won't you let me order the Long Island Iced Tea?"
"Sister, Long Island Iced Tea is a blend of several kinds of alcohol, and it's very strong. Don't even mention a cup; if I take just one sip, I'll have to carry you back in a bit."
"Oh, I see." An Rou stuck out her tongue.
Soon, cocktails and snacks were served, and Anrou couldn't wait to take a bite.
"It tastes good, sweet and sour."
"Hey, hey, drink slowly. This liquor isn't strong, but it's still around 10 degrees. You little newbie, you should take it easy."
"You're the newbie, hmph."
The two drank their wine while listening to the singer in the bar playing guitar and singing.
Gradually, Lin Chen could tell that An Rou was already a little tipsy.
"Anrou, let's go back."
"No, Lin Chen, I want to hear you sing."
"That won't do, I charge for singing..."
Before she could finish speaking, An Rou suddenly leaned on the table, leaned in and quickly kissed Lin Chen on the cheek.
"Is that enough?"
"Um... that's enough."
Lin Chen never expected An Rou to do something like this. For some reason, his heart started racing. Looking at An Rou, he thought she was really cute at that moment.
"That's enough, go sing!"
"Huh? Oh, okay."
As soon as the bar singer finished singing a song, Lin Chen went over and said a few words to him, then handed him a hundred yuan. The singer smiled and handed the guitar to Lin Chen.
The patrons in the bar watched curiously as the handsome young man picked up his guitar, sensing that something interesting was about to happen.
Lin Chen adjusted the microphone and said to the bar patrons, "Excuse me, everyone, my friend wants to hear me sing, so I'll take up a little of your time. Please forgive me if I don't sing well."
Everyone present was very supportive, applauding and some even taking out their phones to record videos. Just for the young man's good looks, it's worth it.
"Since we're in Beijing, let's sing a song related to Beijing called 'Anhe Bridge'."
Lin Chen strummed the guitar, and a slow, melancholic melody filled the air, instantly captivating everyone's ears.
Let me see you one more time, from south to north.
Like eyes blindfolded by the Fifth Ring Road...
The moment the first line of lyrics was sung, it attracted a lot of attention. The singing was good, and the song was also very pleasant to listen to.
I know that those summers, like youth, will never return.
What can replace dreams is nothing more than doing what is difficult…
As soon as the lyrics of the chorus came out, the whole song filled everyone's ears with a sense of regret. Everyone put down their wine glasses and phones and began to listen quietly.
I know that there are too many regrets in this world every day.
So, hello, goodbye…
After he finished singing, the entire venue was deathly silent, without a single applause. Lin Chen awkwardly touched his nose, returned the guitar to the bar singer, and walked off the stage.
The bar singer rubbed his slightly red eyes: "Brother, this song of yours has a really strong aftertaste. It reminds me of my first love in college. It's a pity we didn't end up together."
"Brother, don't be sad, heartbreak always passes."
"Although I've dated five people since then, and sometimes even two at the same time, I still can't forget her."
This statement was incredibly revealing, and Lin Chen felt a chill run down his spine. Besides, is it appropriate for you to say this to a single guy like me?
"Well, you've got a story to tell, bro. You keep singing, I'm off."
When Lin Chen returned to his seat, he immediately covered his face; An Rou was already asleep, slumped over the table.
"Little bacon, if I take you drinking again next time, I'll be a dog. Waiter, check please."
The waiter came over and saw that his mouth was slightly open. It was the first time he had ever seen someone get drunk from a mojito, and he had only drunk half a glass. No wonder this handsome guy didn't order her a Long Island Iced Tea. He probably would have just slumped over the table after taking one sip.
After paying the bill, Lin Chen wanted to help An Rou walk, but found that An Rou was completely exhausted and perfectly exemplified what it means to be dead drunk. There was nothing he could do but carry An Rou back.
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